Siesta Key
World-renowned quartz sand and a relaxed island pace, about 15 minutes from downtown.
- Population
- 5,525
- Median price
- $924,497▼ 16.0% y/y
- Median income
- $115,854
- Median age
- 66.3 years
- Commute
- ~15 min
Median price: Redfin, all home types, June 2026 — except Sarasota County, which is single-family, July 2026, from the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee. Population, income and age: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 five-year estimates. Markets move — ask me for this week's numbers.
School information is deliberately not rated here — look up any school's official grade yourself at the Florida Department of Education's report cards, edudata.fldoe.org.
Life on the island
Siesta Key is famous for its quartz sand beach, which draws beach lovers from around the globe. This coastal paradise runs from luxury waterfront estates to charming cottages, all within walking distance of the Gulf's turquoise water.
Daily life
Paddleboarding, snorkeling, and beach volleyball are everyday pastimes. Siesta Key Village is the social hub — unique shops, bars, and waterfront dining, all within a short walk of the sand.
The draw
The island runs on its beach — quartz sand that stays cool underfoot, Gulf sunsets, and a village you can reach barefoot. The pace slows the moment you cross the bridge, and most of the island sits within a short walk or bike ride of the water.
Popular neighborhoods
- Siesta Isles
- Palm Island
- Crescent Beach